Mr. Michael Harashinski, 62, of Jenkins Township, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at his home.

Born in Duryea, he was the son of the late Joseph and Ann Kelly Harashinski Sr. and attended Pittston Area School. For the past 25 years, he was employed by Modern Gas Sales, Route 502, Avoca.

In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his sister, Nadine Osenkarski, brother, Brian Harashinski and sister, Charmayne Medvec.

Surviving is:
Brother, Joseph Harashinski Jr. and his wife, Leenice, of Duryea
Sister, Michele Petrosky and her husband, Kenneth, of Spring Brook Township
Brother, Rodney Harashinski of Jenkins Township
Sister, Roxanne Harashinski of Jenkins Township
Sister, Rose Doran of Jenkins Township
Nieces and nephews

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. Funeral services and interment will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 10:00 am in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Duryea with the Rev. Michael Bryant officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery the morning of the funeral. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave an online condolence for Michael's family, please visit the funeral homes Facebook page or website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

Visited modern gas today and was looking forward to chatting it up with Mr Mikey. When I pulled in and he wasn't on the dock. I was disappointed. Then I exited my vehicle and saw his obituary and my heart sank. Rest in Peace Mikey. You will be missed. Always in our hearts and prayers. Linda Lisa and Deven

Lisa Partridge (7 days ago)

I visited Modern today, and learned of his passing. I was blessed with getting to know Mike. Every time I would come into Modern, or even if we ran into each other outside of work, we would always spend time talking. I'm still in shock, and saddened deeply. Rest in Peace Mike, you deserve it!

Matthew S (15 days ago)

We’re all certainly better off having known Mike. Mind and heart are with the family.

Paul Bonczek (27 days ago)

From little league to back the bridge to filling my gas tank I’ll miss you my friend Thought and prayers with to everyone

Joe Chaiko (28 days ago)

Sorry to hear about Mike,what a great guy

Joe Durko (28 days ago)

I can't imagine visiting Modern Gas and not seeing Mike at the dock! Mike was always the first one to greet me and the last one to say good bye. Mike was always concerned about everyone else and always asked how I was doing too. Mike was a very caring man, that weathered the elements every day to take care of his customers and co-workers. God bless you Mike, you will be sorely missed!

Don Osinski (30 days ago)

Always a smile and a lot of kind words Rest East my Friend.

John Piazza and Family (about 1 month ago)

I'm going to miss you my good friend I'll never forget you buddy, my thoughts and prayers go to you and your family, oh say hi to my mom when you see her . See ya buddy

Carl Kaczmarczyk (about 1 month ago)

We are sorry for your loss & will remember the times spent at the tire fires with a smile.

Randy Lyback & Jude Moscatelli (about 1 month ago)

I and everyone of the family will never forget you such an amazing soul

Francis Doran (about 1 month ago)

Praying for you and your family. You will be missed.

Erin Goerner (about 1 month ago)

Never seen the guy angry. Always greeted you with a smile and handshake. Rest in peace my friend.

David Guarilia (about 1 month ago)

Mike was always friendly and would go above and beyond when just getting my grill’s propane tanks filled. That’s not the only place / way I remember Mike though. Our paths would cross from time to time when we were younger and again, although less frequent as adults. Mike was always a pleasure to speak with. Always smiling and he truly cared when he asked how someone was. Mine and my families condolences to Mike’s entire family and friends.

Don Mac Rae (about 1 month ago)

Will never forget you Mike you were a great co-worker sad to see you go so soon Praying for you and your family

Glen Ellsworth IV (about 1 month ago)

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